Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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Frank Brines ARS Master Consulting Rosarian Summer is certainly upon us – and based on past experience, it's only going to get hotter before it gets cooler. (I didn't need to tell you that at the beginning of August, did I?) 2021 is and has been very unusual weather-wise, breaking records all over the globe. Since high summer temperatures and less-than-ideal conditions for roses are inevitable for the next couple of months, let's get ready! Stroll through your gardens in t...
Wings of Change plants butterfly garden at 127 West...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News Management at Fallbrook Winery last week submitted a formal request to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau of the United States Treasury for the establishment and recognition of an overlapping American Viticultural Area to be named San Luis Rey within the existing South Coast AVA. “The creation of an AVA allows for the establishment of a recognized geographical area,” said Euan Parker, winemaker. “This allows vineyards inside that area to create an idea of typicity for the w...
Wildfires in the U.S. are likely to have a detrimental effect on indoor air quality for many living in the affected regions. A room air cleaner is one of the best defenses when wildfire smoke and ash wreak havoc on indoor air. Last year, people in areas of the United States affected by smoke relied heavily on air cleaners to get through wildfire season. Retailers in those areas reported that air cleaners were in short supply as fires burned. The smoke and particulate matter put out by wildfires is a health risk for anyone,...
SAN DIEGO – With deals on travel popping up as COVID-19 restrictions loosen, more and more people are venturing out – especially on vacation this summer. In fact, according to a recent survey conducted by TopCashback.com, the USA’s most generous cash back site, 50% of Americans say that their spending increases over the summer with 39% using money for family vacations. So whether you’re jet setting on a plane or have your eyes on something more local, here are four tips on how to find the best deals from Rebecca Gramugl...
How about adding a little spice to your garden and grow some exotic bromeliads from the jungles of Mexico, Central and South America and beyond? You most likely have eaten pineapple which falls into the bromeliaceae family, and you can grow your own out in the garden in full sun. This family of plants is huge, and they come in all sizes, shapes and colors. They can either be grown in the ground (terrestrial) or up in the trees (as an epiphyte). They require minimum care, and...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News Fallbrook has a growing reputation as a destination for wine tasting. Ten wineries are operating now, but come this fall, the size of No. 11 may surpass all the others combined. Monserate Winery, a 116-acre property in Gird Valley, was a public golf course for 56 years. Long-time Fallbrook residents Jade and Julie Work purchased it in 2016 for $4.1 million with the desire to preserve the beauty and integrity of the land, dotted with... Full story
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a roadside vegetation management program intended to increase wildfire preparedness in unincorporated San Diego County. The supervisors' 5-0 vote July 13 approved an option with a comprehensive countywide approach to roadside vegetation management, directed the county's chief administrative officer to return to the board within 90 days with a funding source and a timeline to implement the vegetation management program, and directed the chief...
Looking to help County residents who are thinking about buying an electric vehicle, the County of San Diego has created a new consumer guide website with information about benefits, costs, incentives — even a link to start shopping for vehicles. The County’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Consumer Guide is the latest product of the EV Roadmap that the County’s Board of Supervisors approved in 2019 to build charging stations, encourage people to buy electric vehicles, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The County Board of Super...
FALLBROOK – Thanks to community partners ACE Hardware, Major Market and Albertson's, local residents have three locations where they can drop off their used household batteries. Containers are at the entrances of these locations. The Battery Recycling Program has been a project of the Fallbrook Beautification Alliance since 2010. The program would not be possible if not for the strong backs of its Rotarian volunteers from Fallbrook Village Rotary Club and the Rotary Club of F... Full story
When the San Diego County Water Authority adopted the Permanent Special Agricultural Water Rate, the SDCWA also adopted eligibility criteria but allowed previous Temporary Special Agricultural Water Rate customers a six-month grace period to establish eligibility. The CWA extended that transitional eligibility period by an additional two months June 24. The unanimous CWA board vote extends the temporary eligibility period to Aug. 31. Although the six CWA member agencies who requested an extension of the eligibility period...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The team at WasteFreeSD.org assisted nearly 30,000 San Diego County residents in 2020 through its online waste diversion database and free hotline. Each year, the number of people looking for advice on how to recycle, reuse, donate or properly dispose of unwanted household goods grows. This resource, powered by environmental nonprofit I Love A Clean San Diego County, in partnership with the County of San Diego, is a unique regional solution dedicated to r...
FALLBROOK – Hydroponic gardening can change people's perceptions of what's needed to grow vibrant plants. Rather than soil, all you may need for a hydroponic garden is water to grow a variety of healthy, strong plants. Although it seems like a futuristic concept, hydroponics – growing plants without soil – actually dates back many centuries. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon and The Floating Gardens of China are two of the earliest examples of hydroponics. According to Fullbloom Hydroponics, hydroponic gardening is a metho...
SAN DIEGO – With summer officially here and COVID-19 restrictions loosening around the country, many people will look to grilling, cookouts, and other outdoor gatherings to enjoy the warm weather. The National Fire Protection Association is providing important reminders and guidelines for safely enjoying these activities. Make sure your gas grill is working properly Leaks or breaks are primarily a problem with gas grills. Check the gas tank hose for leaks before using it for the first time each year. If your grill has a g...
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved increases for six permanent road division zones including PRD Zone No. 13A in Pala Mesa and PRD Zone No. 13B in Stewart Canyon. The supervisors' 5-0 vote June 30 increased the assessment for PRD Zone No. 13A from $0 to $50 per benefit unit and the assessment for PRD Zone No. 13B from $25 to $100 per benefit unit. The average single-family residence is three benefit units, so the annual assessment for the average single-family residence would be $150 for PRD Zone No. 13A and...
SAN DIEGO – Statewide drought conditions are highlighting the value of regionally and locally controlled water supplies in San Diego County, where the San Diego County Water Authority has announced that the region is protected from drought impacts this summer, and through 2045, despite continued hot and dry conditions. No shortages or regional water-use mandates are in the forecast, the result of three decades of strategic investments that create an aquatic safety net for S...
The beginning of summer is the time of year when many purple, blue and pink flowers bloom, from the agapanthus that shoots out its little flowers like floral fireworks, left, and the fragrant jacarandas that can be seen along the streets of Fallbrook, center, to the colorful hydrangeas that can be found in area gardens....
LOS ANGELES – Summer is here, and temperatures in many parts of the country are already alarmingly high. While some states may still be enjoying spring, others are suffering highs hotter than the dog days of summer. It's hard to beat the heat even with easy access to air conditioning, icy drinks and refreshing swimming pools. Imagine how our furry friends feel on these sweltering days when they're dependent on us for protection from the high temperatures and the sun's sizzling...
While not everyone was pleased with work-from-home mandates during the pandemic, pets have likely enjoyed the company, frequent play breaks and extra time outdoors. However, as mask mandates loosen and California prepares to fully reopen its economy, many owners will soon return to work – but not in the next room, on the couch or at the kitchen table. The transition back into the physical office may pose challenges for pets, especially new animals brought into the home to keep first-time “pawrents” company during the pandemic...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Beautification Alliance has announced that Fallbrook Ace Hardware has joined the FBA's Household Battery Recycling Program, providing the fifth location in Fallbrook where residents are able to safely dispose of hazardous household battery waste. Over the past nine years, FBA estimates that the program has helped safely recycle over 750,000 old, used and dead batteries. Household batteries may not be thrown away in regular curbside trash or r...
SAN DIEGO – This summer, tens of millions of people are expected to travel. As COVID-19 drags on into a second spring and summer, not everyone is yet comfortable hopping on a plane, so more people are adventuring outdoors for their travel time. Since many pet owners include their dogs (and the occasional adventure cat) in their travels, Best Friends Animal Society would like to emphasize the importance of having a first aid kit on hand and knowing how to use it, in case they find themselves far from a vet clinic when an a...
Forest bathing is a way to submerge yourself into nature and observe all the natural wonders that abound in a forest or woodland-like setting. When early man came out of the forest to explore his new boundaries, he left the safety of the woodlands that sheltered him, gave him a food supply and a sense of connection to the wonders of his world. Today, we also can find solace, peace, harmony, and a sense of connection to the preciousness of nature's trees and the woodlands....
SAN DIEGO – As an extended heat wave entered the region and blanketed the Southwest, San Diego Gas & Electric offered tips to help local residents keep their homes cool while also saving on their energy bill. Tips to stay cool Take the heat out of the kitchen by cooking outside. Opt for recipes that don’t require the oven or stove which can raise the temperature by 10 degrees. Use a ceiling or portable fan instead of an air conditioner when possible. Run the AC early in the morning to pre-cool your home. Close blinds, sha...
June is National Pet Preparedness Month, and the County of San Diego's Office of Emergency Services and Department of Animal Services are reminding residents to make sure their family disaster preparedness plan includes provisions for their household pets. Just like other family members, pets require their own disaster preparedness kit that includes an ample supply of food and water. The kit should also include items such as a crate or travel carrier, required medications,...
High temperatures over the next week in San Diego, particularly the deserts, are cause for extra precaution. Residents are advised to stay cool, avoid activities that may cause overheating, and pay extra attention to older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, young children and pets because they are more susceptible to heat illness. The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning for county deserts starting Monday, June 14 and continuing through Friday, June 18. Temperatures are predicted to range...
